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A biodegradable carrier bag made from the compound Credit: All images Gaia Biomaterials

How to… use plant-based ingredients to make polymers

10 May 2019

Gaia Biomaterials UK Packaging Technologist, Donald Beaton, discusses how to get the best results from plant-based ingredients during polymer production.

Powder coating of metal parts in factory

The Surface Engineering Leadership Forum

10 May 2019

The newly established Surface Engineering Leadership Forum is working to promote the sector. Monitor Coatings Managing Director, Dr Bryan Allcock, and former IOM3 Materials Advisor, Dr Geoff Hale, discuss its role.

Medical-grade polymers used for an intravenous fluid bag, tap and tubing Credit: sfam_photo/Shutterstock

Making progress in polymers

10 May 2019

Polymers are changing, with developments focused on meeting our high demands while also addressing major global challenges in waste and recycling. IOM3 Polymer Society Divisional Board Chair, Stuart Patrick, discusses some ongoing projects.